Mexican Hat Dance by Traditional. Arranged by David Marlatt. For 4 Trombones. Brass - Trombone Quartet; Quartet. Eighth Note Publications. Latin. Duration 00:01:45. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-TQ2714).
ISBN 1554731828. Latin.
The famous Mexican Hat Dance is a traditional melody that has been used extensively in movie scores. This arrangement has used several creative compositional devices to make it more rhythmically and melodically interesting. The use of 3/4 interspersed occasionally throughout the piece breaks up the 6/8 feel. The form is simple - a short introduction, the melody [A] repeats several times; the [B] section starts slowly and dramatically (with clapping at the appropriate moments) accelerating, leading back to the [A] melody. What is interesting in this recap is that the two major themes are played simultaneously.

Tango Maria by Francisco Tarrega (1852-1909). Arranged by David Marlatt. For Brass Quintet. Brass Ensemble - Quintet; Masterworks. Eighth Note Publications. Romantic. Duration 00:03:05. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-BQ2065).
This Spanish piece was originally written for guitar. It might sound like a stretch to arrange a piece from guitar to brass quintet but this really works! The flavour is preserved and the parts are not too difficult. Cup mutes in the trumpet parts add a different colour to echo the horn/trombone duet sound. Add something different to your next concert.

Somewhere Between Jazz And Tango by Rudy Kronfuss. Brass Quartet. For 2 Trumpets, Horn In F and Tuba. Published by Advance Music (AV.20412).
This composition in three movements starts softly with solo lines that build in volume, resulting in a pleasant, dance-like theme. Representing a true musical marriage of jazz and tango styles, the composer has created a near-perfect balance between each solo voice and the ensemble. Elements of counterpoint within the jazzy melodies and rhythms add depth and integrity.

Of Memory and Love by Elliot Del Borgo. For Concert Band (Flute 1/2, Oboe/English Horn, Clarinet in Bb 1, Clarinet in Bb 2/3, Eb Alto Clarinet, Bb Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Eb Alto Saxophone 1/2, Bb Tenor Saxophone, Eb Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet in Bb 1, Trumpet in Bb 2/3, Horn in F 1/2, Horn in F 3/4, Trombone 1). Band Music. Platinum Band Series. Grade 2.5. Score only. Duration 4:45. Published by C. Alan Publications (CN.14381).
Commissioned for the W.F. West High School Band (Chehalis, WA) Daniel F. Judd, DirectorIn memory of Angela KerrLullaby for Noah was composed for Noah Donald Koffman-Adsit and commissioned by Glen Adsit and the Hartt School Wind Ensemble. When Glen asked me to compose a lullaby for his son Noah I was completely taken with the idea. I wanted to write a piece that was simple and eloquent. As I composed this piece, I thought of that wonderful main theme of Elmer Bernstein's score for the film: To Kill a Mockingbird - how provocative and song-like - beautifully shaped and filled with a quiet melancholy. There is also a touch of melancholy in this lullaby and perhaps a longing for the innocence that once was our basic nature."When I approach a child, he inspires in me two sentiments; tenderness for what he is, and respect for what he may become"- Louis Pasteur.

Orange Tango by Alain Lopez. Trombone Solo and Piano Accompaniment. For Trombone solo and Piano. Classical, Chamber Music. Grade 4. Score and set of parts. 7 pages (score); 2 pages (parts). Published by FLEX Editions (FL.FX070925).
Orange was the popular color of tango dancers at tango's height during the twenties. The melody is as bright as the color, pleasant and is not bereft of ardour. Ideal for a first contact with Tango.

A Catalonian Christmas Carol (El Noi de la Mare). Arranged by David Marlatt. For Brass Quintet. Brass Ensemble - Quintet; Part(s); Score. Eighth Note Publications. Christmas; Latin; Multicultural; Sacred; Winter. 20 pages. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-BQ10344).
ISBN 155473634X. Christmas; Latin; Multicultural; Sacred; Winter.
This traditional folk song from Catalonia (a region in Spain) has been regularly sung during the Christmas season all over the world, but there are numerous instrumental versions, including notable ones for solo guitar that are very popular. This arrangement begins like the guitar versions---simple, light, and clean. It grows to be more full and sonorous than a guitar ever could, before ending as it began---peacefully.

La Virgen de la Macarena (Trumpet Feature). By Traditional. Arranged by David Marlatt. For Brass Quintet. Brass Ensemble - Quintet. Eighth Note Publications. Trumpet feature. Latin. Duration 00:03:00. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-BQ9720).
La Virgin de la Macarena is a traditional bullfighting song made famous by the great trumpet virtuoso Raphael Mendez. In this version, the incredibly technical passages have been simplified without losing any of the original energy or flavour. This is still a trumpet feature, but with the pyrotechniques reduced, a high school trumpet player could easily learn this with practice. An excellent piece to put your top trumpet player in the spotlight. This piece is also available for a ten piece brass ensemble.

La Virgen de la Macarena by Traditional. Arranged by David Marlatt. For Brass Quintet & Solo Trumpet. Brass Ensemble - Quintet. Eighth Note Publications. Latin. Duration 00:03:20. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-BQ24161).
La Virgin de la Macarena is a traditional bullfighting song made famous by the great trumpet virtuoso Raphael Mendez. This version features a solo trumpet accompanied by brass quintet and optional percussion. All the flashy pyrotechnics in the original solo part are present with the supporting sound being a quintet rather than band or orchestra. In setting the tone for this arrangement a short introduction is included which quotes Bizet’s Carmen and features a short cadenza and some requisite high notes. A guaranteed audience favourite!

Riu, Riu, Chiu by Traditional Spanish Carol. Arranged by David Marlatt. For Brass Quintet. Brass Ensemble - Quintet. Eighth Note Publications. Sacred, Christmas, Latin. Duration 00:03:27. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-BQ27281).
ISBN 1554731860. Sacred, Christmas, Latin.
This is a lesser known Christmas piece dating from around 1550. It is rhythmic and colorful with melody in several voices. The opening is a call and response between the trombone and the remainder of the group. There are some sections with some multiple tonguing, but the piece is not too difficult for a group to put together and be enjoyed by audiences.

Cielito Lindo arranged by David Marlatt. For Brass Quintet. Brass Ensemble - Quintet. Eighth Note Publications. Latin. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-BQ28298).
ISBN 1554733197. Latin.
Cielito Lindo is a popular traditional song of Mexico and is often used by tenors on opera aria concerts or as an encore. In this arrangement, the trumpets, horn and trombone each get a chance at the melody. This is a great audience pleaser.

La Cumparsita Tango by Gerardo Matos Rodriguez. Arranged by David Marlatt. For Brass Quintet. Brass Ensemble - Quintet. Eighth Note Publications. 20th Century. Score and set of parts. Duration 2:40. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-BQ28288).
ISBN 1554732050. 20th Century.
La Cumparsita was written by Uruguayan composer Gerardo Matos Rodríguez in 1919. It is one of the most famous and recognizable tangos of all time.